Regional Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor

At least 5 years of international experience applying epidemiological principles and methods in the design, implementation, and management of surveillance systems.

At least 3 years of experience managing or providing technical leadership on large USG-funded projects.

Demonstrated expertise in zoonotic diseases, surveillance systems, and outbreak investigation and control across Francophone, particularly DRC, Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Madagascar, or Morocco.

Experience leading national and regional infectious disease surveillance projects, including multi-country coordination.

Experience in leading infectious disease surveillance and global health security projects in DRC, Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Madagascar, or Morocco strongly preferred.

Proven ability to foster cross-country collaboration in epidemiology, surveillance, and response.

Oversee and provide technical leadership for day-to-day implementation of surveillance activities in francophone Africa, with a strong focus on DRC, Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Madagascar, and Morocco.

Lead the development, coordination, and implementation of surveillance activities outlined in the program workplan.

This includes epidemiological and laboratory surveillance for zoonotic, epidemic-, and pandemic-prone diseases, as well as outbreak investigations at national, regional, and international levels.

Provide expert input to national guidelines and normative policies, advising governments and partners on best practices in surveillance.

Serve as the regional lead for technical implementation of infectious disease surveillance activities, ensuring alignment with Joint External Evaluation results, International Health Regulations (IHR), and other global standards.

Provide technical assistance for DHIS2 system development and implementation, emphasizing capacity building and staff training.